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Staff Scientist

Chicago, IL, US💼 Full-time💰 $60,000–$60,000🗓 2026-09-28 → 2026-09-29

Core

Leading translational research projects on RNA modifications, RNA-RNA interactions, and small RNA-mediated gene regulation under mentorship of Dr. Chuan He.

Role type

Staff Scientist (Research Lead)

Builds

Research projects investigating biological mechanisms using bioinformatics and molecular biology approaches

Domain

Academic Research / Bioinformatics / Molecular Biology

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows, RNA extraction and purification, PCR/RT-PCR, gel-based analysis, bioinformatics approaches, small RNA analysis, grant writing, scientific publication

Preferred skills

Postdoctoral research experience, advanced molecular biology techniques, data analysis

Technologies

NGS platforms, PCR systems, gel electrophoresis equipment

Responsibilities

Perform advanced molecular biology experiments; prepare and process RNA/DNA samples for NGS; design experiments to validate small RNA functions; support large-scale bioinformatics research projects; mentor lab technicians and undergraduate students; lead scientific writing and publications; present research at internal and external meetings

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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